Picture Yourself as Physical Therapy Aide
Imagine yourself working as a physical therapy aide and earning an attractive salary. You have just helped the senior therapist work with a client who is recovering from injuries suffered in an accident. In the past couple of weeks the patient has shown remarkable progress with regaining use of a broken leg, and the prognosis is good for a full recovery. Thanks to your physical therapy aide training, you knew exactly what needed to be done and how to perform your assigned duties correctly and efficiently. Before leaving after the conclusion of the session, the patient thanked you for your help with his recovery. You feel a sense of pride that comes from knowing that you are helping others, and that you have realized your dream of becoming a physical therapy aide.
Career Outlook
Physical therapy aides are increasingly in demand today due to our aging population and greater emphasis on health care among all age groups. There are employment opportunities working for physical therapy clinics, outpatient rehabilitation centers physician's offices, home health agencies, and hospitals. The high demand for physical therapy aides allows them to earn very attractive salaries.
According to the United States Department of Labor there is growing demand for physical therapy aides. It forecasts a 29% increase between 2006 and 2016.*
Physical Therapy Aides Require:
• Knowledge of medical terms and scientific aspects of physical therapy
• Thorough understanding of physical therapy modalities and patient preparation
• Awareness of how to communicate with patients, a well as legal and safety issues
Stratford’s Physical Therapy Aide home study course will provide you with the skills you need to get started on the right course towards a new moneymaking career as a physical therapy aide. Enroll now! |
*Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, "Occupational Outlook Handbook 2008-2009" |
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